The Martin County Office of Tourism & Marketing has once again partnered with MartinArts to bring back our award-winning “Hidden Turtles Scavenger Hunt” in celebration of ArtsFest 2026. This year, ArtsFest returns to Stuart’s Memorial Park and will take place on Saturday, February 7 and Sunday, February 8, 2026.
Since its inception in 1988, this iconic hometown celebration of the arts and culture has become one of the most cherished and well-attended events on the Treasure Coast.
We commissioned Palm City-based glass artist Dot Galfond of License to Kiln to create 50 signed and numbered glass sea turtles: 40 speckled in red and white and 10 in gold.
ArtsFest Hidden Turtle Scavenger Hunt gold turtle
These limited-edition sculptures will be hidden in various spots throughout Memorial Park during the two-day ArtsFest event.
- Attendees who find one of the 40 speckled sea turtles can bring their keepsake home as a special souvenir
- Attendees who find one of the 10 gold sea turtles will receive a free ticket for The Art of Food & Wine experience during ArtsFest
Each year, a different color glass is used for the 40 collectable glass sea turtles. This year, we chose red and white to symbolize the variety of wines being offered for
The Art of Food & Wine, a brand-new addition to ArtsFest!
The Art of Food & Wine invites festivalgoers to experience a delicious fusion of culinary creativity and fine art. This fabulous tasting experience features curated food and wine vendors offering gourmet bites and perfectly paired pours in a lively, art-filled setting. From a festive kickoff party at The Grove Cucina & Wine to the debut of the Plaza Lounge at ArtsFest in Memorial Park, guests can sip, savor, and explore thoughtfully crafted flavors. This exciting addition is a must for food and wine lovers looking to take their ArtsFest weekend to the next level! You can learn more and purchase your tickets for this elevated experience on the
MartinArts website.
“ArtsFest has always celebrated the richness of creativity in Martin County,” said Nancy K. Turrell, Executive Director of MartinArts. “With The Art of Food & Wine—and through our valued partnership with the Treasure Coast Charity Wine Fest—we are expanding that celebration to include the artistry and passion of the culinary and wine community. This experience will offer something truly memorable for festival attendees.”
The Hidden Turtles Scavenger Hunt was first launched in 2021 to generate excitement leading up to ArtsFest while fostering community appreciation for the arts and cultural attractions sprinkled throughout Martin County. The program won the ESTO Destiny Award in the “Destination and Product Development” category, presented by the U.S. Travel Association. Since then, the annual scavenger hunt has become a cherished tradition for visitors and residents alike.
“We are thrilled to bring the Hidden Turtle Scavenger Hunt back to the ArtsFest experience,” says Nancy Turrell, Executive Director of MartinArts. “Hosting the scavenger hunt during ArtsFest will introduce another engaging aspect to the event and encourage attendees of all ages to explore this beautiful outdoor venue from top to bottom.”
Good luck, happy hunting, and we’ll see you at ArtsFest!
